Teaching Assistant

• St John’s CEVA Primary School
• Address: Victory Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP4 4LE
• Salary: £26,016 - £29,070 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: 10.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year, 3 mornings per week, 8.30 am - 12.00 pm
• Contract: Permanent, required as soon as possible
• Reference: 5764

At St. John's CEVA Primary School we are educated for life with the love of God and Christian values at the heart of our school.

We are seeking a capable, self-motivated, enthusiastic candidate who can demonstrate an ability to develop themselves and others to achieve their best.

Our school, which is a one form entry school with a reception class.

As the successful candidate, you should have experience of working with children in a school setting. 

What we will offer you

• A welcoming school which has a strong vision, Christian ethos and a relentless determination to provide the very best for ALL
• Enthusiastic, happy and confident children who are proud of their school
• A highly motivated staff team who are committed to continuing to build on the many strengths of the school  
• A supportive and proactive Governing Body 
• Opportunities for continuous professional development.

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf)and Person Specification (pdf).

Please feel free to contact Fiona Pipe, School Business Manager, by either calling 01473 727554 or emailing [email protected]

To find out more about us, please visit our school website.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to [email protected]

Closing date: 1.00 pm, 25 November 2026.

Interview date: 2 December 2026.

St John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS and vetting check.